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KB54 BUU

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

118,377 mi
Last recorded118,377 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB54 BUU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 118,377 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 109,234 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 96,841 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 7,000 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 7,000 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 77,569 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 73,426 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 73,405 miles

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 67,160 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 67,160 miles

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 55,524 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 55,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 44,601 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 44,601 miles

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 36,334 miles

nearside rear tyre has been repaired

offside rear tyre has been repaired

Fail 30 Jan 2008 36,315 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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KB54 BUU is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 82,446 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KB54 BUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KB54 BUU registered?

KB54 BUU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 6 December 2004.

Is KB54 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB54 BUU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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